Which of the following describes the function of factor rho?
A) Rho binds RNA polymerase to the promoter region.
B) Rho brings about proper initiation of transcription.
C) Rho brings about correct termination of transcription.
D) Rho binds catabolite repressor protein to the promoter region.
E) Rho increases the rate of elongation of the growing RNA chain.

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Factor Rho is responsible for the termination of transcription. It binds to the nascent RNA chain and causes it to dissociate from the RNA polymerase, releasing the completed RNA molecule.

Which of the Following Describes the Function of Factor Rho